Food hygiene courses. Levels 1, 2 and 3.
Choose the level that matches your work, from front of house to running a kitchen. £19.99 each, pay once, with a CPD certificate issued by Lift College the day you pass.
Pick the course your role needs.
Food Hygiene Level 2
The food hygiene course for anyone who prepares, cooks or serves food. Temperature control, cross-contamination and allergens.
Food Hygiene Level 3
For supervisors and managers: HACCP principles, supervising food handlers, allergen control, records and inspections.
Food Hygiene Level 1
Food hygiene basics for front-of-house, kitchen porters and low-risk roles: handwashing, cleaning, allergens and illness.
Why this training matters
Anyone who handles food at work has a part to play in keeping customers safe. The law requires food handlers to be supervised and instructed or trained in food hygiene, in line with the work they do. That comes from Annex II, Chapter XII of Regulation (EC) No 852/2004 on the hygiene of foodstuffs. It still applies in the UK as assimilated law. These courses support your employer's duty to make sure you are trained. Pick the level that matches your role. Food Hygiene Level 1 suits front-of-house staff and people in low-risk roles who handle wrapped or low-risk food. Food Hygiene Level 2 is for food handlers who prepare, cook or serve food, in kitchens, cafes, care homes, schools and retail. Food Hygiene Level 3 is for supervisors, chefs and managers. It covers the principles of HACCP and how to lead good hygiene practice in a team. Every course is split into short modules with a knowledge check after each one and a final test. Pass and your CPD certificate issued by Lift College is ready the same day. A food hygiene certificate has no legal expiry date. Lift College recommends refreshing every 3 years, and the refresher is free.
Every course ends with a CPD certificate your employer can check.
Your certificate records your name, the course, the hours of learning, the date you completed and a recommended refresh date. Each one has a unique number and a verification link, so anyone can confirm it in seconds.
- One price, £19.99. One payment, one learner, no subscription.
- Short modules with a knowledge check after each one and a final test. Instant results.
- 80% to pass, with unlimited free retakes.
- A CPD certificate issued by Lift College as a PDF the same day you pass, with a unique number and a verification link.
- Access for as long as Lift College offers the course, and never less than 3 years from the day you buy.
- A free refresher when your recommended refresh date arrives. Changed your mind? Ask within 14 days of paying and we refund you in full.
CPD certificate
liftcollege.co.uk/verify/LC-CPD-000000Questions about food hygiene
How long does a food hygiene certificate last?
There is no legal expiry date for a food hygiene certificate. Lift College recommends refreshing every 3 years, and the refresher is free when your date comes round.
Which food hygiene level do I need?
Level 1 suits front of house and low-risk roles. Level 2 is for people who prepare, cook or serve food. Level 3 is for supervisors, chefs and managers. Your employer can tell you which level your role needs.
What does the law say about food hygiene training?
The law requires food handlers to be supervised and instructed or trained in food hygiene, in line with their work. Your CPD certificate gives your employer a clear record of the training you have done.
Does Food Hygiene Level 3 cover HACCP?
Yes. Level 3 covers the principles of HACCP and how supervisors use them to control food safety hazards.
How long does each food hygiene course take?
Level 1 is 1 hour of learning, Level 2 is 3 hours and Level 3 is 6 hours. You can stop and start whenever you like.
Buying for a team?
Enrol several learners at once, one invoice, and a certificate for each person the day they pass. Tell us the courses and how many people and we will set it up.